Ken Mannion
   Fossil Preparation Tools Equipment & Supplies     
Fossil Preparation Services    
Since 1980

Contact.    Ken Mannion Address.      59 Barrow Road. Barton upon Humber. North Lincolnshire. DN18 6AE. England. Telephone.   01652 634827 (Call us 9am to 6pm. 7 days a week)    E Mail.     kenmannion@btinternet.com

Fossil Preparation Tools Pneumatic Pens & chisels          Pneumatic Grinders

	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Pen. Model ST High quality long life extended carbide tip for excellent vision during close or deep work . Operates over a wide pressure range due to our "refined" internals. Instantly adjustable. Airstream over the tip. Low air consumption. An extremely smooth quiet pen. More details on our ST fossil preparation pen here
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Pen. Model TT Real power for fast removal of even the hardest matrixes but more than capable of fine work due to our pen having a large bearing surface between the stylus and nose keeping the point steady for close work. A very versatile pen. More details on our TT fossil preparation pen here
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Pen. Model PV Developed specifically for close delicate work especially under magnification where large points look like drainpipes. Consistent power delivery and air stream over the non rotating non blurring tip. Very low operating pressure. Easily replaced points More details on our PV fossil preparation pen here
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Chisel. Model FB A heavy duty tool for swift removal of heavy 'bulk ' matrix ie 'roughing out'.. Designed for maximum matrix removal with "one handed" use while maintaining a high level of control. Low air consumption for a pen of this size.
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Chisel. Model SQ A powerful tool for swift removal of 'bulk ' matrix typically in the initial stages on large blocks. Large 7mm non rotating well supported fitted chisel. Instant on off lever switch. Low air consumption and a high level of control for a tool of this size. Usefully it has a front exhaust
	Pneumatic Fossil Preparation Micro Needle Scaler Designed around our ST pen. 19 hardened steel pins only 0.6 mm diameter densely spaced in a rotating drum only10mm diameter. That all important airstream over the needles. Remarkably effective results on numerous applications
	Pneumatic Fine Grinder. Model PG 3mm Collet. For grinding and smoothing. Industrial long life grade, not hobbyist or light user grade, that have a compromised build. Complete with a selection of 6 Tungsten carbide and Diamond burrs specifically selected for fossil preparation. Extremely effective, very reliable. adjustable
	Model DG High speed turbine grinder over 300,000rpm. 45 degree head. Instant push fit and push release of 1/16th 1.6mm burrs. 360 degree rotation of handpiece on the air lead. Adapted for fossil preparation and general workshop lab production use (ie non dental /medical use) with standard pneumatic fittings, on off switch and powerful front exhaust. Extremely effective for virtual shockless delicate grinding especially under magnification. Complete with a selection of diamond burs specifically chosen and of proven use for fossil preparation
	Model MG Compact yet powerful and robust grinder. 30,000rpm. twin 6mm1/4inch collet. Industrial long life grade not hobbyist or light user grade. Complete with a tungsten carbide burr and a diamond burr selected specifically for working on typical fossil matrixes. Powerful front exhaust. Ideal for landscaping and forming of matrixes, Working on difficult fossil surfaces and off hand polishing smoothing etc

Spares Servicing & Upgrades  Repairs    Modifications   Servicing  Pen Styluses      Tungten Carbide & Diamond burrs Airline fittings     Inline Filters      Regulators We have a totally comprehensive supply of spares for all our pens/grinders airscibes chisels scalers We can service pens back to peak efficiency. We can upgrade standard industrial engravers to fossil preparation standard We can produce one of a kind custom pens for your specific applications Used secondhand pre owned Fossil preparation pens sometimes available Replacement Styluses. Points and needles Broad range of burs. FG, 3mm, 1/8th, 1/4inch, 6mm. Diamond and Tungsten carbide. Range of airline hoses filters regulators switches etc

Fossil Preparation Starter Setup Complete systems to enable you to embark into Fossil preparation Avoid the complexity of having to match compressors and equipment together yourself. Start fossil preparing practically straight away Purchase a kit with a well proven track record. Hundreds sold over many years A comprehensive setup not a basic or budget kit. More than enough capacity to run all our tools. Complete with essential accessories Take advantage of our support with your questions addressed over the phone during your introduction to fossil preparation More details on our fossil preparation setups here

Our most frequently asked questions    A fossil preparation gallery *Some Customers Preparation. *Our latest and notable past Projects *Fossil Preparation. A basic Guide and introduction for Beginners and Advancing collectors *Not yet linked....Coming soon! Prices and Ordering information Any questions ? Contact us kenmannion@btinternet.com

Fossil Preparation Hand Tools Pin-vices Chisels Micro-scalpels. Complete Kits. Quality Hand tools to compliment your mechanical tools Specifically designed and evolved for Fossil preparation Complete kits available for those prefering to embark on Fossil preparation in the traditional way. Custom made kits for Ancient Coin cleaning, Divers recoveries, Metal detecting finds and Battle field relics More details on our fossil preparation hand tools here

Fossil Preparation Consolidants Glues fillers polishes varnishes etc. More details on fossil preparation consolidants here

Fossil Preparation Accessories and Consumables Prep Mats. Blowers. Sieves. Pestles. Lubricants. Hones. Mixing sticks. Masks. Safety glasses & More Essential accessories and consumables for fossil preparation at a one stop location

Fossil Preparation Blaster Uses compressed air from your compressor in conjunction with cabinet and extractor No electricity required Foot pedal on / off switch Long life .062 inch nozzle Adjustable powder and air flow Simple to use. High build quality and design. Effective fine and/or fast finishing of Fossil specimens. More details on the fossil preparation blasters here

Fossil Preparation Books The most popular and useful books on the subject. More details on fossil preparation books here

Fossil Preparation Saw Our 14 inch diameter diamond saw, is specifically designed for the hand feeding, slicing, cutting and trimming of fossil specimens and their typical limestones. Built to high but practical specifications for a long life and ease of use using water as the coolant. See our 20 year old machine still performing like new in our workshop.   More details on the fossil preparation saw here

Air Abrading Units We have various manufacturers pre owned air abrading units S.S.White. Comco. etc etc          All units tested and Overhauled.           Nozzles    Powders     Comsumables

Our customers include the National Museums and leading Universities of dozens of countries as well as Freelance preparators/conservators, commercial dealers and amateurs working from home workshops. Our Fossil Preparation tools are used by countless users throughout the UK and over 40 other countries worldwide. We have produced and supplied fossil preparation tools and equipment for over 25 years and are acknowledged as one of the most experienced fossil preparators in the UK. .Unbeatable experience...Unsurpassable service support & advice                 kenmannion@btinternet.com

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Last revision/update 21st May 2009